smART Kids Program

smArt Kids is the Quincy Art Center's art outreach program which provides visual arts education to elementary students in the Quincy Public Schools.

Who are smArt Kids?

Your kids! The program includes the following schools:

Adams

Berrian

Dewey

Ellington

Madison

Monroe

Washington

St. Dominic's School

Blessed Sacrament

St. Francis School

St. Peter School

Where does the program take place?

The smArt Kids Program brings children to the Quincy Art Center for a unique art experience. In addition, students will be visited twice in their classrooms for a hands on art lesson.

When does it happen?

Students will visit the Quincy Art Center once during the school year. Children will explore our current exhibits and create an original piece of artwork.

Why is it important?

Art education... "teaches children life skills such as developing an informed perception; articulating a vision; learning to solve problems and make decisions; building self-confidence and self-discipline; developing the ability to imagine what might be; and accepting responsibility to complete tasks from start to finish."

Our Art Instructors

The most essential part of this program is our team of art instructors. Our teachers are trained by the Quincy Art Center to provide elementary art education. In our art galleries, mentors guide the children though the exhibits. In the art studio and in the school classrooms, the instructors teach Illinois State Standard art lesson plans.

Funding

Funding is provided through foundations, grants, the Quincy Art Center's fundraising efforts, The Illinois Arts Council - a State agency, and individual donations like yours.

Expenses

The program expenses include:

Training of art teachers

Bussing between schools and the Art Center

Art Supplies

How can I Help?

Volunteers are always welcome at the Art Center! If you are interested, please call